Tom Brady Coming Out of Retirement For Flag Football in Saudi Arabia

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Tom Brady is saying hello to a football jersey once again.

This time, however, the former NFL quarterback—who retired from the sport in 2023 after first announcing his retirement in 2022—is set to play in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, a brand-new global flag football event which will take place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in March 2026, according to Fox Sports.

The event—set to be hosted by Kevin Hart—will feature three teams of current and former football stars including Odell Beckham Jr., Christian McCaffrey, Rob Gronkowski, Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, Tyreek Hill and more. 

And Tom could not be more excited for a chance to take on the storied names.

"I played against a lot of the guys that are playing,” he told the outlet in an interview published Sept. 15, “and obviously have a tremendous amount of respect for them.”

It was even more thrilling for the 48-year-old because he was part of the group that put together the teams.

"It was really cool, the reception that they had,” Tom shared. “Me calling them and saying, ‘Hey.’ Talking to different owners, obviously wanted to call them and say, ‘Hey, I’d love to ask so and so to play.’”

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He gushed, "It's just a great opportunity for those players to go over and see another part of the world and to go play a game they love."

And the former Patriots quarterback has no concerns about getting back on the field after retirement.

“It’s like riding a bike here,” he joked. “You know I’ve been doing this thing for 30-plus years. It gives me a good chance to go out there and sharpen my skills.”

And he’s planning to take it all, saying, “I will be bringing home the trophy.”

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Still, while he’s excited to get back out there, there have been some positives to his retirement: Namely, that he’s gotten to spend more time with children, son Jack, 17, who he shares with ex Bridget Moynahan, as well as kids Benjamin, 15, and Vivian, 12, with ex Gisele Bündchen.

“I love those little kiddos more than anything,” he told E! News in 2024. “I love spending time with them. They’re the best part of every day of mine.”

The Hall of Famer gushed, “They light up our lives in so many ways. They teach us a lot. They teach us to really be present with them.”

For more from Tom and his family, keep reading. 

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Happy Birthday, Jack

Gisele Bündchen shared this family photo on Instagram on Tom Brady's son Jack's 14th birthday, writing, "Happy birthday Jack! We are all so lucky to have you in our lives. Thank you for being the best big brother in the world. We love you soooo much!"

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Celebrate Good Times

While wearing his Christopher Cloos x Brady sunglasses, Tom celebrates his Super Bowl win with daughter Vivian during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers boat parade. 

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V for Victory

After winning his seventh Super Bowl, the Tampa Bay quarterback celebrated with his daughter Vivian.

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Family Man

Tom snuggled with his kids John "Jack" Moynahan (with ex Bridget Moynahan), Vivian and Benjamin in this adorable photo snapped by Gisele on Father's Day.

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Quarterback In Training

Brady went from quarterback to coach with his son on the beach, writing on Instagram that he's "#dadsfavoriteworkoutpartner."

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XOXO

Gisele shared this adorable photo on Instagram of Tom giving his son a kiss on the forehead.

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The Whole Team

The whole Brady-bünch posed together at the Mercedes-Benz in Atlanta ahead of the Super Bowl LIII, which the Patriots later won.

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Clowning Around

Tom lurked as Pennywise the Dancing Clown in a window behind his family as they celebrate Halloween in 2018.

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Daddy's Little Girl

As Tom geared up for another football season, he stopped to give his daughter a little love and clearly this one has her dad's full attention.

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Horsing Around

In July 2018, the Brady bunch headed out of town for a family vacation and they couldn't look any happier on their horseback riding adventure.

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Goofballs

Tom celebrated Father's Day with a family dinner and lots of silly photos with his younger son, Ben. 

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Group Hug

There's nothing sweeter than seeing the greatest quarterback of all time (he has seven Super Bowl rings) get smothered in love by his three kids.

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Chill Dad

Even though it was springtime, Tom bundled up with Ben for a fun day outside...complete with a little training.

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Some Bunny Loves You

Tom Brady as the Easter bunny? Who would've guessed?!

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Familia

The super sweet family was all smiles during one of Brady's episodes of Tom vs. Time.

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Chow Time

After playing in another Super Bowl, Tom took a little break with his family, complete with burger time and selfies.

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Win Or Lose

Even though the Patriots lost the 2018 Super Bowl, Tom had his support squad ready and waiting to cheer him up.

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Go Pats!

Ahead of Super Bowl LII, the Patriots QB posed for pictures with his whole family including Gisele and oldest son Jack, second-born Ben, and daughter Vivian.

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Birthday Boy

The New England Patriots quarterback showed his second oldest son a little love on his birthday in December of 2017, writing, "Happy Birthday to the sweetest 8 year old boy a mom and dad could ever ask for! So filled with love and joy! We are so proud of you Benny! And you shine a light that brightens our lives every day! We love you."

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Baking Buddy

Vivian was the ultimate sous chef as her dad made her biscuits before Thanksgiving and really, what can't Brady do?

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Hammock Life

The dynamic duo of Tom and Ben spent a November day swinging in a hammock together and we really wish we had some R&R like this in our near future.

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Wax On, Wax Off

Leave it to Tom to teach his son more than just football. 

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Summer Fun

The Brady crew rolled around in the grass and enjoyed spending time together in June 2017 and it really does look like they are having a blast.

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Silly Bradys

Who says you're too old to make funny faces?

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Parade Pops

When the Patriots headed back to Boston for their parade celebration after their 2017 Super Bowl win, Tom brought Ben along for the ride making him the coolest dad around.

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Brady's Littlest Fan

Winning the Super Bowl in 2017 was great, but getting to celebrate with your daughter on the field is priceless. 

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Good Luck Kisses

In 2017, Vivian gave her dad a big good luck kiss before he headed out for a game. Seriously, these two are so stinking cute.

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Fan Club

Tom's fans span near and far, but his biggest fans are his three kids and their "Brady" jerseys continually make us love them even more as a unit.

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Tree Fairy

Decorating the Christmas tree is twice as fun when you have your precious daughter helping you out...especially when she's dressed as a fairy!

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Vacation Mode

The football player loves to spend his off time with his adorable kiddos at the beach and we totally approve.

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